UAE steps up its humanitarian efforts as summers become increasingly unbearable

Scorching heat and dangerously high temperatures continue to make lives difficult for millions of people across Asia, Europe and America. The UAE is no exception as Emiratis see temperatures surpassing 50 degrees Celsius, according to the National Centre of Meteorology.

Doctors have been calling on residents to stay indoors during the peak heat hours and avoid direct sun exposure. Maintaining optimum hydration is crucial to prevent the loss of electrolytes. People have also been urged to wear sunscreen, sunglasses and loose-fitting clothes.

The UAE’s ‘Midday Break’ initiative prohibits work under direct sunlight from 12:30 pm to 3 pm. In view of the unprecedented heat, the country has even kept water dispensers and fodder for the birds at a number of different places, with street refrigerators keeping water cold at all times.

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As the scorching temperatures persist, it’s essential Emiratis heed the advice of medical professionals, prioritise their overall well-being and take necessary precautions to stay hydrated and safe during the entire challenging period.

UAE Holding Every Profession And Bilateral Relation In High Regard

As has always been the case, the UAE has never saved its humanitarian efforts for a particular sector or the broad region. In recent news, Dubai introduced a change to the name of the cleaning worker’s profession – updating it to ‘cleaning engineer’ from ‘scavenger’.

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The announcement represents the country’s thoughtfulness and admiration for each profession. The Emirates’ humanitarian assistance highlights its growing emphasis on supporting victims across the globe, irrespective of region, religion and diplomacy.
Years of financial mismanagement have pushed Pakistan’s economy into a deep crisis. The pandemic, global energy crisis and last year’s floods only exacerbated the problem. Amid the struggle, the State Bank of Pakistan recently received a $1 billion deposit from the Emirates.

Abu Dhabi and Islamabad have been sharing a strong bond of friendship for over seven decades. The ties encircle trade and commerce, art and culture, and traditions and cuisines. The deposit came a day after Saudi Arabia transferred $2 billion to Pakistan.